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Photo of the Week - Apr 5, 2020 - "SPRING HAS SPRUNG ...." - North American Mink

April 05, 2020  •  2 Comments

"SPRING HAS SPRUNG & THE MINK HAS COME!"

Mink (North American)

 

Although over the early part of this year I have seen numerous tracks of the little mink in the snow, including where it has plowed through deep snow to access the Bow River, this is the first sighting (albeit brief) I have had in some months.

 

From its appearance, "ice fishing" has gone well this winter and this little "mustelid" looks to be in good form, well fed and a shiny coat. And what beautiful bright eyes!

 

So it's back soon to hopefully watching for a darting little fisherman and keeping my reflex levels up.

 

(N.B. Location was reached after an hour's walk one way as all Alberta Provincial Parks are now closed to traffic. Access is, however, permitted by foot or bike.)

 

 

Comments

John harper(non-registered)
Wow, this is great. Wonderful image.
Urszula(non-registered)
Hi,
Beautiful specimen and photo!
Hopefully we'll see them more often in spring.
Stay safe (especially on icy paths :)
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